News

The Journal of Geriatric Medicine is delighted to announce several significant developments aimed at enhancing the accessibility and impact of research in geriatric medicine. These changes reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting researchers and improving healthcare for older adults worldwide.

New Publisher and ISSN Details

Effective immediately, the Journal of Geriatric Medicine will be published by the Kuwait Scientific Society. This transition marks a new chapter in our journal’s journey, promising continued excellence and broader reach within the scientific community.

• Print ISSN: 1475-1453
• Online ISSN: 3008-0398

Transition to Full Open Access

In a move to democratize access to scientific knowledge, the Journal of Geriatric Medicine is now fully open access. All articles published in our journal are freely available to anyone, anywhere in the world. This change ensures that the latest research in geriatric medicine can be accessed without subscription barriers, fostering greater dissemination and impact.

Benefits for Authors

We invite researchers, clinicians, and academics to submit their manuscripts to the Journal of Geriatric Medicine. Here’s why you should consider publishing with us:

1. Wide Visibility: Open access publication means your research will reach a larger audience, increasing its visibility and citation potential.
2. High-Quality Peer Review: Our rigorous peer review process ensures that only high-quality research is published.
3. Interdisciplinary Reach: We accept a broad range of topics within geriatric medicine, including clinical research, mental health, pharmacology, health services, preventive medicine, and more.

Submission and APC Information

• Article Types: Original research articles, review papers, clinical guidelines, case reports, and perspectives are welcome.
• Article Processing Charge (APC): The APC for accepted manuscripts is $500 USD, covering editorial, production, and hosting costs.

How to Submit Your Manuscript

1. Prepare Your Manuscript: Follow our submission guidelines.
2. Submit Online: Use our online submission system.
3. Peer Review: Manuscripts undergo a thorough peer review process.
4. Publication: Accepted articles are published online and immediately available open access.

Waivers and Discounts

To support authors from low-income and lower-middle-income countries, we offer partial or full APC waivers. Authors wishing to apply for a waiver should contact the editorial office at cmegm@geraticmedicine.uk before submitting their manuscript.

Contact Information

For more information about the submission process, guidelines, or recent changes, please contact our editorial office:

• Email: cmegm@geraticmedicine.uk

We are excited about these changes and look forward to your contributions as we continue to advance the field of geriatric medicine and improve healthcare outcomes for older adults.

Sincerely,

The Editorial Team
Journal of Geriatric Medicine